Always a good idea to protect your lens, and what easier way than a UV filter - Insignia doesn't disappoint on this one - it seems to be up to the task.

This is overall a good filter to have for your camera. I wouldn't recommend it for pro use, but for general use (hobbyists and beginners) it works fine. Decently priced. When you do get to the pro level, you do need to start paying attention to the quality of glass used, so these may not be high enough quality for pro grade. But for the budget shopper or hobbiyst, they work fine. If you can afford a little more, get the Premium line that bestbuy carries (it's in a black box, can't remember the brand name).

Although not top of the line it works well as a uv filter and protector for lens scratchs

This little filter protects my lens and helps improve my photos.

I know there are several opinions on basic filters - I bought this filter to keep the salt air, occasional bikini water splash, beach sand and sunscreen fingers off of the main lens. It's inexpensive enough so that after some tough field service, I don't feel guilty spending the money to replace it.